Williwakas Glacier
The Williwakas Glacier is a glacier located on the south flank of Mount Rainier in Washington. The glacier lies below the Paradise Glacier.[1] Due to its relatively low elevation—6,600 feet (2,000 m)–6,900 feet (2,100 m)—the glacier is small and surrounded by small snow fields above the regional tree line.[1] A stubby 7,163 ft (2,183 m) peak is located to the east of the glacier.[1]
| Williwakas Glacier | |
|---|---|
| Type | Mountain glacier |
| Location | Mount Rainier, Pierce County, Washington, USA |
| Coordinates | 46°48′35″N 121°42′22″W |
The Williwakas Glacier has been characterized as dead since prior to the end of the 20th century.[2][3]
See also
References
- "Williwakas Glacier on TopoQuest". USGS Quad Maps.
- Bush, Evan (June 22, 2023), "Three of Mount Rainier's glaciers have melted away", NBC News
- Ryan, John (June 13, 2023), "Another three bite the dust: Heat melts Mount Rainier glaciers", KUOW
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